Eight flats could become four townhouses in Hervey Street

A planning application has been submitted to convert eight flats into four townhouses near Christchurch Park in Ipswich.

52-56 Hervey Street in Ipswich

The big picture: The Hervey Street proposal would reduce the number of dwellings from eight to four while increasing parking capacity.

52-56 Hervey Street in Ipswich
The building is currently divided into eight flats, but new plans will reduce it to four townhouses Photo: Oliver Rouane-Williams (Ipswich.co.uk)

The details: The plans, submitted by local developer Ralph Bernard, allow for:

  • Three three-bedroom townhouses
  • One two-bedroom townhouse
  • Six parking spaces, up from the current three
  • Five cycle spaces

What's next:

  • The public consultation period runs until 3 December
  • A decision is expected by 28 November 2024
  • If approved, conditions would need to be met before work could begin

The bottom line: Residents and interested parties can view the full application details and submit comments through Ipswich Borough Council's planning portal using the reference number 24/00039/FL.

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